The Dukes Retreat Khandala – A Favorite for Families in Lonavala
About the Hotel
Rooms with Views
The Dukes Retreat offers 80 rooms, including 18 Deluxe Rooms, 54 Executive Rooms, and 8 Cottages. Rooms feature floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the Western Ghats or Kune Falls. Valley View Rooms overlook NH4, while Cliff View Rooms provide bird's-eye valley vistas. Khandala Suites and Kune Falls Suites include private balconies, separate living areas, and bathtubs. All rooms have high-speed Wi-Fi, smart TVs, and minibars.
Dining & Bars
The Panorama Restaurant serves Western Indian and Continental dishes with views of Kune Falls. The open-air mountain ridge restaurant offers local specialties. The Dukes Bar features floor-to-ceiling windows, a selection of wines, and cocktails. Breakfast includes Indian options like parathas and idlis, plus Continental pastries.
Activities & Spa
The resort has a heated saltwater pool, guided yoga sessions, and horseback riding. The Spa offers deep tissue massages, facials, and couple's treatments. Guests can join pottery workshops or get caricatures drawn by an in-house artist. The Play Zone provides activities for children.
Location & Access
Located in Khandala, 5 minutes from the Mumbai-Pune Expressway. A 2-hour drive from Mumbai. Walking distance to Dukes Nose cliff and Tableland, a historic movie shooting spot. Nearby attractions include Khandala Lake (0.5 km), Bhaja Caves, and Rajmachi Fort. The Celebrity Wax Museum is 1 km away.
Services & Events
The business center has Wi-Fi and LCD projectors. Eight conference rooms host corporate events. Wedding planners assist with ceremonies in the banquet hall. Room service operates 24/7. Laundry, ironing, and valet services available. Complimentary minibar refills on arrival for select suites.
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Facilities
General
- Smoking allowed in designated areas
- Wi-Fi
- Free parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Locker room
- Lift
- Coffee shop
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
- Cycling
- Badminton
- Billiard tables
Services
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Special diet menus
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Children's buffet
- Children's pool
- Children's play area
Spa & Leisure
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Sun loungers
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock